Good morning Bitachon of the day ❤️
While reading Tehilim for a friend of mine for her Refua Shlema I was really concentrated, and on Chapter 119 “I hoped for Your Salvation, Hashem, and I performed Your commandments” and this sentence really stood out and brought me to think about the meaning.
Sometimes, we mistakenly believe that because we've done something for Hashem, we automatically deserve help or an immediate answer. And if we don't receive what we asked for despite doing the Mitzvah, we may automatically lose faith or begin to doubt Hashem's existence.
This sentence demonstrates that I have done what Hashem asked of me, and now I am awaiting His salvation.
When you have Bitachon and Emunah in Hashem, I believe you should perform the Mitzvah regardless of whether Hashem answers your prayers. Firstly, because you may not know if what you're asking for is truly best for you. Secondly, because fulfilling the Mitzvah demonstrates your belief in Him and acknowledges His presence.
While I was away, I met some very interesting people. One individual stood out to me, a religious person who, despite her faith, expressed overwhelming anxiety about her children's futures. She constantly worried about whether they would marry, provide for their families, and have children of their own.
I was truly shocked, realizing that she was much more religious than I am. When I told her that she shouldn't harbor so much anxiety because Hashem is in charge, and that excessive worry only harms her, she began to tear up and got goosebumps.
I believe it deeply touched her. It also made me realize that regardless of outward appearances or actions, we all struggle with connecting to Hashem. It's one of the most challenging tasks to fully entrust every aspect of your life to Hashem. Being religious or observant doesn't necessarily mean being more connected. Achieving this level of trust requires constant reminders, continual awareness of Hashem in our lives, and frequent discussion about it. We must surround yourself with the people that can help you achieve that goal.
Sometimes, we desire immediate spiritual maturity and wish to understand everything right away. However, as we draw closer to Hashem, we begin to comprehend His timing and trust that He is not simply making us wait for growth but utilizing every experience to nurture our development. Even when we don't immediately perceive it, we know that growth is occurring. Prioritizing our relationship with Hashem inevitably leads to growth. In fact, regardless of our actions in life, growth is inevitable, whether positive or negative, healthy or not.
May we all achieve the trust and faith in Hashem, regardless of our income. Amen. 🙏
Wishing you all a blessed day ❤️